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A parliamentary panel warned that India’s heavy dependence on crude oil imports exposes it to geopolitical risks and supply disruptions, urging diversification of sources, stronger strategic reserves, alternative routes, and institutionalised risk management to safeguard long term energy security
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A fire early Sunday gutted a mobile phone shop in Gudivada, Krishna district, and spread to five nearby apparel stores, causing damage worth over Rs 1.2 crore. No injuries were reported, and police suspect a short circuit
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Actor Nani wished director Srikanth Odela on his birthday, calling the year ahead “a storm” as anticipation grows around their upcoming film The Paradise, their second collaboration after the blockbuster Dasara.
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The CBI filed a chargesheet against 17 individuals, including four Chinese nationals, and 58 companies for running a transnational cyber fraud network that used shell firms and digital scams to siphon over Rs 1,000 crore, officials said
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The Election Commission has cautioned West Bengal poll officials to treat any irregularity or security breach during hearings on claims and objections in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls seriously, directing strict corrective and disciplinary action where required.
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A wildfire burning for three days in Nagaland Dzukou Valley spread toward Japfu range, prompting plans for aerial firefighting using an Indian Air Force helicopter, after strong winds worsened damage in the ecologically sensitive forest area near Kohima
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Security forces in Manipur arrested six militants, including two women, linked to banned outfits for alleged extortion activities. The arrests across Imphal and Bishnupur districts led to the seizure of firearms and ammunition, police said
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Severe flooding swamped Washington communities as an atmospheric river drenched the Pacific Northwest, forcing mass evacuations and dramatic water rescues, while arctic air spread across the United States, bringing dangerous cold, wind chills, power risks, and warnings of more rain
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At least two people were killed and nine others wounded in a shooting at Brown University in the US during final exams. Police launched a massive search for the suspect as the campus remained under lockdown amid widespread fear and disruption.
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The BJP termed the chaos at the Lionel Messi event in Kolkata as “shameful for West Bengal” and demanded Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee take responsibility. The unrest forced police action and led to Messi leaving early, prompting a judicial probe.
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A sarpanch candidate climbed a cell tower in Medak district on Sunday, protesting alleged cash-for-votes distribution by his rival and accusing officials of failing to curb poll malpractices ahead of gram panchayat elections.
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Polling for the second phase of gram panchayat elections began across Telangana on Sunday for Sarpanch and ward member posts. While turnout was slow initially due to cold weather, officials expect participation to pick up during the day.
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A 35-year-old history-sheeter was stabbed to death by unidentified persons at Pahadishareef in Hyderabad. Police suspect the killing may be a revenge attack linked to a previous murder case.
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An Indian-origin man was among four people killed after a four-storey Hindu temple under construction collapsed in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province. Rescue operations were suspended due to bad weather, while authorities said the project lacked approved building plans.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Tamil Nadu from January 13 to 15 and celebrate Pongal with farmers, as the BJP steps up rural outreach and alliance-building efforts in the run-up to the 2026 Assembly elections.
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Delhi’s air quality slipped into the hazardous range as dense smog enveloped the city, pushing the AQI to 461 and reducing visibility. Several NCR cities also recorded severe pollution, prompting health concerns and low-visibility procedures at the IGI Airport.
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Two US soldiers and a civilian translator were killed in an ISIS attack in Syria’s Palmyra region, with three others wounded. President Donald Trump vowed “very serious retaliation” as the incident underscores ongoing security challenges in post-Assad Syria.
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Weekly horoscope: Know your astrological predictions for this week from Dec 14 – Dec 20, 2025. May the week bring you good omens
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President Donald Trump vowed retaliation after two U.S. service members and one civilian interpreter were killed in an ISIS-linked ambush in central Syria. The attack, near Palmyra, also wounded three others and marked the first U.S. fatalities since the fall of Bashar Assad.
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Singareni Collieries’ men’s rescue team won the overall championship while the debutant women’s team secured second place at the 54th All India Mines Rescue Competitions in Nagpur, bringing home a record 20 awards
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The annual Komuravelly Mallanna jathara begins on Sunday with the celestial wedding of the presiding deity at Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple in Siddipet district, with elaborate arrangements in place as thousands of devotees are expected
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Campaigning for the December 15 municipal and panchayat elections in Arunachal Pradesh concluded on Saturday. Polling will be held for the Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC), Pasighat Municipal Council (PMC), and several zilla parishad and gram panchayat constituencies.
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AIIMS Delhi experts announced that the Supernova Stent, developed by Gravity Medical Technology, has proven safe and effective in treating severe strokes. Approved by CDSCO earlier this year, the stent will now be manufactured in India at affordable prices.
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A man was killed and his wife seriously injured in a road accident on NH 161 at Bachepally in Kalher mandal, Sangareddy district, on Saturday night. The couple were travelling from Hyderabad to cast their votes in the gram panchayat elections.
